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The Exchange, 1880 Historic Villa, spacious & warm with 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms
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4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Roslyn Bush, Southland Region
- Bill Richardson Transport World11 min drive
- Burt Munro13 min drive
- Southland Hospital15 min drive
- Invercargill (IVC)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Exchange, 1880 Historic Villa, spacious & warm with 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms
An early Post Office & Phone Exchange this stunning property has a lovely rural outlook 10 minutes from Invercargill.
This large turn of the century villa has been extensively renovated with a spacious & modern interior.
The house offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large kitchen & dining area. Plenty of room to relax in the lounge or separate sunroom & outdoors there are several spaces to entertain.
This property is ideal for couples, a family holiday, group getaway or a work retreat.
The house has 3 large heat pumps and underfloor heating in the main bathroom.
There are several areas indoors and outdoors for spending quality time with friends and family.
With 3 large bedrooms and 1 bunk room the house can accommodate up to 7 guests. Beds are comfortable and warm and all beds have fitted electric blankets.
The property is surrounded by farmland and at 'milking time' the large dairy herd next door can be seen coming and going from the 'cowshed'.
Laundry facilities can be used at no extra cost.
Guests can access all areas of the main house and any areas marked 'Private' are not to be used.
There is a wall unit in the hallway with a 'book exchange' where guests are welcome to take books or leave their read books.
Board games are also on the hallway unit.
Guest parking area at front of house, additional parking and mobility parking area at back of house.
*Please note the owner may also be staying on site but will not require use of the main house*
This large turn of the century villa has been extensively renovated with a spacious & modern interior.
The house offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large kitchen & dining area. Plenty of room to relax in the lounge or separate sunroom & outdoors there are several spaces to entertain.
This property is ideal for couples, a family holiday, group getaway or a work retreat.
The house has 3 large heat pumps and underfloor heating in the main bathroom.
There are several areas indoors and outdoors for spending quality time with friends and family.
With 3 large bedrooms and 1 bunk room the house can accommodate up to 7 guests. Beds are comfortable and warm and all beds have fitted electric blankets.
The property is surrounded by farmland and at 'milking time' the large dairy herd next door can be seen coming and going from the 'cowshed'.
Laundry facilities can be used at no extra cost.
Guests can access all areas of the main house and any areas marked 'Private' are not to be used.
There is a wall unit in the hallway with a 'book exchange' where guests are welcome to take books or leave their read books.
Board games are also on the hallway unit.
Guest parking area at front of house, additional parking and mobility parking area at back of house.
*Please note the owner may also be staying on site but will not require use of the main house*
Property manager
Carolyn Geraghty
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Roslyn Bush
Located in Roslyn Bush, this holiday home is in a rural area. Invercargill Cenotaph and South African War Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Dig This Invercargill and Splash Palace. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stadium Southland or Rugby Park Stadium. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Roslyn Bush, Southland Region
What's nearby
- Surrey Park - 10 min drive - 12.7 km
- Bill Richardson Transport World - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
- Burt Munro - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
- Rugby Park Stadium - 13 min drive - 15.6 km
- Southland Hospital - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cafe Greenworld - 12 min drive
- Subway - 13 min drive
- Buster Crabb - 14 min drive
- Invercargill Pizzaria - 13 min drive
- The Grille - 10 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Carolyn Geraghty

Hi Everyone
My name is Carolyn and I manage this lovely rural property for my brother, Roger.
Roger has his own building business and has totally renovated the villa.
When guests arrive he then lives in separate accommodation on the property.
We hope you enjoy your stay.
My name is Carolyn and I manage this lovely rural property for my brother, Roger.
Roger has his own building business and has totally renovated the villa.
When guests arrive he then lives in separate accommodation on the property.
We hope you enjoy your stay.
Why they chose this property
The property is located 15 minutes from Invercargill and is surrounded by farmland.
Languages:
English
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